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Jeddah Tower nears 370 meters as construction resumes toward world’s tallest building

Construction of the Jeddah Tower—set to become the world’s tallest building at a planned height of 1,000 metres—has now reached level 91, standing at around 370 metres, according to Saudi Arabia’s Ki...

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Denmark’s tallest timber tower: Future of circular, low-carbon architecture

In Denmark’s second-largest city, a former industrial harbor has been transformed into a vibrant mixed-use neighborhood. At its center stands a roughly 260-foot-tall building that tackles one of arch...

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Cardiff approves 50-storey skyscraper which is set to become Wales’ tallest building

Plans for a 50-storey skyscraper in Cardiff—set to become the tallest building in Wales—have received approval. The proposal was submitted by REAP 3, a subsidiary of build-to-rent developer BlueCastl...

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Storstrøm Bridge Project: Strengthening Europe’s transport links with advanced engineering solutions

Denmark is taking a major step toward improving its transport infrastructure with the construction of the new Storstrøm Bridge. This project is a key part of modernizing the road and rail links betwe...

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Greenwich Village’s tallest tower moves ahead with $190 million in financing

A new development poised to become the tallest building in Greenwich Village is officially moving ahead. Plans for a 30-story luxury condominium at 11 West 13th Street took a major step forward last...

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Ghana to begin construction of record-breaking Volivo Bridge with Japanese support

Ghana is preparing to begin construction of the Volivo Bridge, a major infrastructure project expected to become the tallest road bridge in the country, following high-level talks with the Japan Inte...

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Saudi Arabia’s JEC Tower nears 100 floors on its rise to become the world’s tallest skyscraper

Construction on what is set to become the tallest building on the planet is quickly nearing a significant checkpoint. Saudi Arabia’s JEC Tower is closing in on the 100-floor mark, bringing it one ste...

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Work begins on new Erewash Canal bridge to improve links in Long Eaton

Work is now underway on a new bridge over the Erewash Canal in Long Eaton, which is expected to become an important connection for residents. The bridge will create a traffic-free link between the ca...

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Construction is moving forward on Oklahoma’s longest bridge as OTA approves $97 million contract

Construction is officially underway on what will become Oklahoma’s longest bridge after the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) approved a major contract this week. At its Dec. 9 meeting, the OTA Board...

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Pinnacle SkyTower hits 100 floors, becoming Canada’s tallest building

Canada’s tallest building has officially hit a major milestone, reaching its 100th floor as it rises above Toronto’s downtown skyline from its waterfront location at 1 Yonge St. This week, reporters...

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